Depression is a prevalent mental health condition that affects thousands of Americans, but relief may come in an unexpected way—a glass of wine. Recent research has been exploring the effects of alcohol consumption on depression, and the results are surprising. It has long been thought that drinking would only have a negative impact on mental …
Creating space to treat the LGBTQ community’s health and wellness needs is pivotal to eliminating gaps in the entire public health infrastructure. In order to create better health outcomes for the entire LGBTQ community, we must be inclusive. Culturally competent medical care that is welcoming and safe for LGBTQ people needs to be a higher …
Whether you’re feeling a little blue or are enjoying life, chances are, you have a song or two that fits your mood perfectly. Music has long been associated with emotion, but researchers are digging into just how music can affect our mood and even how it can affect mental illnesses, including depression and anxiety. Understanding …
Aging is a process we all must face and remaining healthy and mentally fit in our senior years is important. Doing so, though, can feel a little challenging at times. Many seniors experience life changes that can trigger mental illnesses they’ve never faced before or can amplify existing issues. Getting additional support and learning how …
Globally, depression affects approximately 300 million people. It is one of the most pervasive mental illnesses and can be deadly. Despite the severity, less than half of those affected receive any form of treatment. Lack of access to treatment, the cost of treatment, ineffectual treatments, and a lack of understanding of mental illness are some …
All around us, the world tells new parents they should be filled with joy at the arrival of their new little one. The birth of a child is a vastly life-changing experience, but all too often, new mothers struggle with the challenges of new parenthood, including postpartum depression (PPD). Celebrity mothers aren’t immune from postpartum …
Last month, an FDA advisory board recommended that federal regulators approve a new depression treatment—a nasal spray with ketamine as the active ingredient. This treatment has been marked as a “breakthrough therapy,” meaning that the review process is sped up due to the treatment being intended for a life-threatening condition. What is Ketamine? Ketamine was …
Sleep is critical for your wellbeing in nearly every aspect of your life. Without adequate sleep, you may find yourself feeling irritable, unfocused, lacking coordination, forgetful, and feeling like you’re going about your day in a fog. When we sleep, our body gets to work repairing damage, processing information about our day and resting. Unfortunately, …
Your brain is a fantastic thing. It is responsible for every second of your existence. It is both incredibly fragile and outstandingly resilient. And this week, we’re celebrating all the things your brain is capable of with Brain Awareness Week. First started by the Dana Foundation, this week is dedicated to educating people around the …
You’ve heard it all before: You are what you eat! Healthy mind, healthy body! Don’t eat your feelings! Sometimes, clichés can hurt, but they also have some truth to them. When we are depressed, our propensity for negativity snowballs. Existing disorders such as bulimia and anorexia can be amplified to the point of disaster. But …
